New York Median
$172,980
per year
Hourly Rate
$83.16
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-40% vs US median
US median $289,140
State Rank
#18 of 19
130 employed here
How much does an Orthodontist make in New York?
Orthodontists in New York take home a median of $172,980 annually — roughly $83.16 an hour — which runs 40% below the national median of $289,140.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $61,410 while the top 10% make $430,460 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $98,920 and $258,500 a year.
Orthodontist salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $61,410 | $29.52 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $98,920 | $47.56 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $172,980 | $83.16 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $258,500 | $124.28 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $430,460 | $206.95 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 18th out of 19 states and territories for Orthodontist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Orthodontist salary in other states
Connecticut $478,680Colorado $416,000Maryland $361,030Michigan $357,090Illinois $343,100Tennessee $339,610Missouri $332,630Montana $312,840South Carolina $311,450Pennsylvania $311,180Maine $301,250Washington $290,430Arizona $272,330Alabama $253,670North Carolina $224,990Ohio $219,300Wisconsin $212,860Georgia $159,230
Working as an Orthodontist in New York
Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Orthodontists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($172,980) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Orthodontist make in New York?
The median Orthodontist salary in New York is $172,980 per year, or about $83.16 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $61,410 at the entry level to $430,460 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Orthodontists about 40% less than the national median of $289,140. New York ranks 18th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Orthodontists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $172,980 a year. About 130 Orthodontists are employed in New York. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Orthodontist salary report
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.